Mrs. Robison Pre-Algebra & Algebra Disclosure Document Mrs. Robison Pre-Algebra & Algebra

Basic Info Mrs. Robison: Midvale Middle School Website: robisonlovesmath.wikispaces.com Click on Algebra or Pre-Algebra Assignments will be uploaded Email: mindy.robison@canyonsdistrict.org

Course Description: Algebra This class will focus mainly on linear relationships. study solving linear equations & inequalities systems of linear equations & inequalities generating equivalent expressions using formulas applying proportionality. We will also study exponents, polynomials, geometry, probability, and irrational numbers.

Course Description: Pre-Algebra This course is designed to develop fluency with: rational numbers proportional relationships. Students will begin to understand the foundations of Algebra, Geometry Probability

Textbooks & materials Algebra: Glencoe’s: Algebra 1 Pre-Algebra: McDougal Littells: Passport to Algebra and Geometry The students will need: a 3-ring loose leaf binder (1 inch) paper & pencil This binder will serve as the student’s math journal. Students will also need to have paper and a pencil each day.

Evaluation Student’s grades are earned on a point system based on self-starters, assignments, math journals, projects, quizzes, participation, and unit tests.

A: 100-94 B: 83-86 C: 73-76 D: 63-66 A-: 90-93 B-: 80-82 C-: 70-72 D-: 60-62 B+: 87-89 C+: 77-79 D+: 67-69 F: Below 59%

Homework Homework is important! Students will be expected to spend about ten minutes an evening on homework. Homework will be returned within a week of submission.

Make-up work Students are expected to complete all assignments. If a student is absent they are expected to come before or after school to find out the assignments they have missed. Students can also look at email updates or my website robisonlovesmath.wikispaces.com for missing assignments. Make-up work must be graded and turned in within a week of the student’s return to school. Students can access their grades and missing assignments through Skyward.

Late work Students are expected to turn in assignments when they are due! Late work will be accepted with a penalty up to 50%, as long as it is turned in before the quiz, unit test, or project on the material has been given. Students will be required to come in before or after school to grade their own late work.

tests Each chapter or unit will contain a test. The tests cover the concepts discussed in class as well as assigned homework. Students will not be able to retake tests. Students with an excused absence must take the test within one week of their return to school.

attendance Attendance is imperative for success. Classroom discussion and activities play a major role in the learning process. Missed work, due to an excused absence, may be made up. Work due to unexcused absences may not be made up. Parents and students can check student absences on Skyward.

tardies Students are expected to be in their seats with all necessary materials before the tardy bell finishes ringing. Students will not be allowed to make up unexcused tardies. Each unexcused tardy will result in a 10 point citizenship deduction. Parents and students can check tardies on Skyward.

Expectations Students are expected to be: appropriate respectful at all times. Students are also expected to be an active participant in class.

rules Come to class prepared and follow all established procedures. Follow Mrs. Robison’s instructions immediately. Always show consideration for the classroom, your peers, and Mrs. Robison.

Negative consequences Citizenship point deduction. Loss of classroom privileges. Parental contact. Administrative Referral.

Positive consequences Additional citizenship points. Classroom privileges and incentives. Positive letters home to parents.

Citizenship grades Citizenship grades are based on: Personal conduct Attendance Promptness Each student will begin each term with 90 points. Points will be deducted for tardies (10pts each), unexcused absences (25 pts each) misbehavior (5-25 pts)

Citizenship grades Positive points can also be earned for good behavior! H (Honors) 90-100 S (Satisfactory) 70-89 N (Needs Improvement) 50-69 U = (Unsatisfactory) Below 50

Parental inquiry Parents with questions or concerns regarding this class can contact me at school (801) 826-7300 between 7:20-7:50 a.m. and 2:50-3:20 p.m. Parents can also email me at mindy.robison@canyonsdistrict.org